At Bupa, purpose meets possible.

Join us and help shape a future where healthcare is more connected, innovative, and deeply personal.

We’re a global healthcare leader trusted by millions and committed to helping people to live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. Healthcare is evolving, and so are we. By investing in advanced health technologies, better systems, and exciting pipelines of modern care products, we are empowering our residents to live with greater independence and dignity. In this role you won't just manage food, you’ll help pioneer a smarter, more connected ecosystem that delivers exceptional support to our communities.

Here, your work has purpose, your voice matters and your future is full of possibility.

Just imagine the impact you could make.

Hours & Roster Details:

Employment Type: Casual
Hours: No Guaranteed hours Per Week

The purpose of this job

Bupa Merrivale Care Home is located in Te Kamo, Whangārei, in a peaceful setting surrounded by landscaped gardens and close to Kamo Village. The home provides rest home and hospital-level care.

As a Cook, while adhering to food Hygiene and Safety you will make an impact on:

Menu planning and implementation
Food preparation
Special event catering
Ordering and monitoring supplies

What you’ll need to make it possible

Qualified Cook/Chef with an NZQA-recognised culinary qualification (or equivalent) and at least 1 year of cooking experience
Hands-on, proactive attitude with the flexibility to support all aspects of kitchen operations when needed
Dedicated to delivering high-quality meals for our aged care residents
Ensure resident confidentiality
Reliable transport/ ability to travel to and from the workplace consistently
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in New Zealand.

Why you’ll love it?

Regularly offered free flu vaccinations, free skin checks, free period care products and free initial menopause consultation
Complimentary uniforms provided so you can look and feel your best at work
Access to Viva, Bupa's global employee wellbeing programme
Bupa Employee Wellbeing Support Service (EAP)
Access to a wide range of employee benefits and discounts across wellbeing, retail, technology and more

If this sounds exciting, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s shape the future of healthcare, together.

Our Values | Ā mātou ūara

Brave | Māiatanga Caring | Manaakitanga Responsible | Haepapa

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and therefore may result in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.

At Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are continuing to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Bupa is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment. We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants. We are dedicated to removing barriers to participation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or if you’d like to discuss how this role can be flexible for you, please let us know so we can support your participation on an equitable basis.

Location

Bupa Merrivale

Recruiter

Thomas Parker

Bupa

Cook

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